Darren Wood

Darren Wood

57, Male Custodial - 4y 3m 2026-01-01

Northampton, Northamptonshire

Offender ID: 139bfc11-a148-43b2-9c8f-cf39a48b0293

Offence Summary

Darren Wood was sentenced to over four years in prison for child sex offences including indecent assault and assault, and required to register as a sex offender.

Full Description

Darren Wood, aged 57, of High Street, Northampton, faced Northampton Crown Court in January 2026 for child sex offences comprising indecent assault and assault. These serious charges involved direct harm to child victims, reflecting a pattern of abusive behaviour.

During the trial, evidence presented detailed the nature and impact of Wood's actions, with the prosecution underscoring the long-term trauma inflicted on the victims. The court considered aggravating factors such as the vulnerability of the children involved. In passing sentence, the judge noted the gravity of child sex offences in UK jurisprudence, aiming to deliver justice while protecting society.

Offences: Child sex offences of indecent assault and assault.
Sentence: Four years and three months in prison.
Additional requirement: Registration with police as a sex offender.

The case was documented in the Northampton Chronicle and Echo's 17th November 2025 round-up of 26 local sentences. Publication of such details adheres to English legal standards for open justice, sourced from official court records, to foster accountability and prevent future offences.

Location

City: Northampton

County: Northamptonshire

Address: High Street

Case Details

Police Force: Northamptonshire Police

Sentence Length: 4 years 3 months (Custodial)

Expected Release: November 2028
Guideline: two-thirds served for sentences ≥4 years; half otherwise (England & Wales). Estimates only.

Full Sentence End: April 2030
If served in full. Estimates only.

Name heritage (predicted origin)

Country: United Kingdom

Confidence: 95%

Special Thanks

A huge thank you to Northamptonshire Police for their tireless dedication in bringing this offender to justice. Your commitment and hard work truly help keep our communities safe, and we are deeply grateful.

Source: northamptonchron.co.uk

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